1. Check:
2. Check:
Tighten the
Loose or open holder
Fasten
properly.

3. Hold the vehicle upright and apply the rear brake several times.
4. Check:
Brake hoses
Brake fluid leakage
Replace the
damaged
hose.
Refer to "REAR BRAKE" on page 4-28.
Checking the front brake hose
Bleeding the hydraulic brake systemChecking and charging the battery
WARNINGBatteries generate explosive hydrogen gas
and contain electrolyte which is made of poisonous
and highly caustic sulfuric acid.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Wear protective eye gear when handling or
working near batteries.
Charge batt ...
Checking the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Check:
Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage Replace the rear
shock
absorber assembly.
Rear shock absorber
Oil leaks Replace the rear
shock absorber
assembly.
Spring
Damage/wear Replace the
rear shock absorber
assembly.
Bushing
Damage/wear Replace the rea ...
Shifting
Shifting
Shift pedal
Neutral position
Shifting gears lets you control the
amount of engine power available for
starting off, accelerating, climbing hills,
etc.
The gear positions are shown in the illustration.
TIP
To shift the transmission into the neutral
position, press the ...